Know all about Basanite and Banded iron formation properties here. All properties of rocks are important as they define the type of rock and its application. Basanite belongs to Igneous Rocks while Banded iron formation belongs to Sedimentary Rocks.Texture of Basanite is Aphanitic to Porphyritic whereas that of Banded iron formation is Banded, Trellis. Basanite appears Glassy or Pearly and Banded iron formation appears Layered, Banded, Veined and Shiny. The luster of Basanite is waxy and dull while that of Banded iron formation is earthy. Basanite is available in black, brown, green, grey, red, white colors whereas Banded iron formation is available in red, reddish brown colors. The commercial uses of Basanite are as a touchstone, creating artwork, gemstone, in fire-starting tools, manufacture of tools, metallurgical flux, jewelry, to ignite fire, used in flintlock firearms and that of Banded iron formation are as a touchstone, cemetery markers, creating artwork.